August 4th, 2009
Real Wedding – Autumn and Tyson
I’m excited to share this adorable real wedding with you. The couple is so cute, the flowers are beautiful, and the photography from SV Photography is stunning. Enjoy!
Luckily, Sharon was gracious enough to answer a few questions, so we could get to know her better:
When did you shoot your first wedding?
This is my 3rd year of shootings weddings on my own. I started shooting weddings in 2004 as a second shooter.
How many weddings do you shoot a year?
I shoot about 10-15 weddings a year.
What does a typical package include and cost?
My average price is $2500. Most of packages include two photographers, a complimentary engagement session with an online gallery, an online gallery of wedding images, 4×6 printed wedding proofs, and digital negatives of the wedding images on DVD.
Can you tell me about one of your favorite wedding locations to shoot?
I love all of my brides (and grooms but it does seem like the girls are doing more of the organizing. nothin’ wrong with that.) I get some super fun creative girls! They pick fun locations and want to have a good time! I have 2 brides this summer that are making their own dresses and I’m so excited.
I just shot a wedding that had brunch instead of dinner and that was great! The natural light at the location was beautiful the whole time.
I have been encouraging my couples to do fun engagement sessions so we get to know each other a little more and they have an idea of my shooting style. I want to feel like we’re friends, not just clients.
I want to give a big thanks to Autumn and Tyson for sharing their big day with us and to Sharon of SV Photography for sharing these beautiful pictures. Check out her website and blog to see more of her photography.
July 30th, 2009
Real Wedding – Jenna and Reggie
Today’s real wedding is delightful. The bride’s dress is stunning, the wedding cake is swoon-worthy, and the photography from Victor C Sizemore Photography is beautiful.
Victor was kind enough to answer a few questions, so we could get to know him better.
When did you shoot your first wedding?
I shot my first California wedding in March of 2004.
How many weddings do you shoot a year?
Typically 30-35 now. More when I first started…
Can you tell me about one of your favorite wedding locations to shoot?
Pelican Hill, Newport Coast, CA
Everything about the resort is phenomenal; architecture, scenery, and service. They only do one wedding per day. The wedding ceremony location and ballroom are very separated from hotel traffic so it’s private and intimate. They also have one of the best vendor meals in Southern California!
I want to give huge thanks to the lovely couple for sharing their big day with us and to VCS Photography for sharing these gorgeous pictures with us. Check out his website and blog to see more of his photography.
June 15th, 2009
Wedding Blog Awards of the Week
Image from Style Me Pretty
Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 6/7/09-6/13/09:
The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Always a Blogsmaid
This week I loved the two weddings they posted: Dario and Aisyah and Kali and Nick and the Rain-spiration board – so cute!
The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Once Wed – Birdcage Wedding Veil
If you don’t have your hair accessories planned out yet, take a look at this absolutely adorable veil.
The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: The Wedding Lens – Which Flowers are in Season for a Wedding
Read this post to see what flowers will be in season when you wed. Go green and save money on your floral budget by using flowers that are in season.
The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: little white book – Brigitte and Michael
I love everything about this wedding – from the wedding cake to the beautiful photography by Casey Templeton.
The Best Budget-Friendly Idea of the Week: Style Me Pretty – DIY Pearl Necklace
Make this fabulous pearl necklace for your wedding day and save on your jewelry.
April 16th, 2009
Inspiration Boards: Ivory, Light Blue, and Yellow
{Click Image to Enlarge} Images from left to right: {Top Row} Bouquet from the knot, Boutonniere from the knot, Centerpiece from the knot {Middle Row} Bridesmaids from the knot, Bouquet from the knot, Cake from the knot {Bottom Row} Lazaro Wedding Dress from Martha Stewart Weddings, Favor from Martha Stewart Weddings, Stationery from Martha Stewart Weddings
{Click Image to Enlarge} Images from left to right: {Top Row} Bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings, Boutonniere the knot, Escort Cards from Martha Stewart Weddings {Middle Row} Bridesmaid Dress from Martha Stewart Weddings, Jim Hjelm Wedding Dress from Kleinfeld Bridal, Necklace from Forever 21, Picture from etsy {Bottom Row} Escort Cards from the knot, Favor Cones from Martha Stewart Weddings, Bouquet from the knot
April 6th, 2009
Wedding Blog Awards of the Week
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Here are the wedding blog awards for the week of 3/29/09-4/4/09:
The Most Inspiring Blog of the Week: Diva Dialogue: Your Source for Wedding Trends and Tips
This blog comes from the creative Wedding Paper Divas who sell a wide variety of wedding stationery at affordable prices. This week they posted ideas for bridesmaids’ gifts, answered a reader’s question about wedding cakes, posted a hot pink and black inspiration board and began a series about bridal style. Is your style Timeless Romance, Modern Simplicity, French Country?
The Most Creative DIY Project of the Week: Once Wed – Springtime in England
Learn how to make your own bridal bouquet out of red/white anemone stems, pink roses, ranunculus stems, buttercup greens, vinca vine, and green hellebores. The instructions are well written and the post includes many easy-to-follow pictures.
The Most Useful Post/Article of the Week: Wedding Dresses Magazine – Choose the Right Bridesmaid Dresses
Read this article for great advice if you’re still trying to pick out your bridesmaids’ dresses.
The Most Stunning Real Wedding of the Week: Elizabeth Anne Designs – Heather and Gian
Check out this beautiful Malibu wedding photographed by Jasmine Star. The color palette of deep reds, purples, and pinks is incredibly romantic. I love the guest book idea and the outdoor lounge area with the purple throw pillows.
The Best Budget-Friendly Idea of the Week: One Lovely Day by Project Wedding – Free Online Patterns from Amy Butler Designs
This great freebie includes patterns to create centerpieces made from Paper Irises, adorable gift tags, and place cards for your reception or bridal shower.
March 22nd, 2009
Real Wedding – Sara and Charles
The couple choose a color palette of orange, pink, and green.
Images from Martha Stewart Weddings
Learn from Sara and Charles: Stick to one theme throughout the invitations, programs, escort cards, favors, and gift bags. Sara and Charles incorporated their silouettes throughout their wedding which tied everything together. Have the groosmen wear bright colored ties that add to the color palette of the wedding like Sara and Charles did by having the groosmen wear orange ties to match the citrus theme. Skip the wedding cake and serve the guests individual, homemade bundt cakes with a scoop of ice cream.
March 20th, 2009
Tip of the Day – Spring Weddings
If you want to have a formal wedding in the spring, a great color combination is lavender and eggplant.
Image from the knot
March 17th, 2009
Garden Wedding Inspiration – Red, Yellow, and Green
Image from the knot
Image from Martha Stewart Weddings
Images from Martha Stewart Weddings
Image from Brides
Image from the knot
{click on image to enlarge} Images from left to right (and top to bottom): Hair Pin from etsy, Invitation from etsy, Neckties from etsy, Red Dress from Victoria’s Secret, Thank You Cards from etsy, Escort Cards from Brides, Green Dress from Dillard’s, Clutch from etsy
Image from the knot
Image from the knot
March 16th, 2009
Tip of the Day – Spring Weddings
Give bunches of flowers as wedding favors. Use them to decorate the reception site and place a card in front of them at the end of the night inviting guests to take a bunch home.
Image from Martha Stewart Weddings
